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San Francisco Giants: Why Tim Lincecum Should Start Game 1 of the NLCS
Call me crazy, but I truly believe that Lincecum deserves to start Game 1 of the NLCS . He wasn't in the NLDS rotation for the Giants , but he made an impact as a reliever, making ...
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Four Takeaways from Denver's Tough Loss to New England
Despite yet another loss, Broncos fans are staying optimistic about their season, their quarterback, their defense and their team. And they have good reason to do so...
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2012 ALDS: Why the Oakland A's Aren't Doomed Just Yet
Oakland was shocked after Game 2. They had been winning close games all year long, and because of their ability to do that, they snuck into the playoffs and grabbed home-field advantage for the ALDS ...
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What the Denver Broncos Must Do to Beat the New England Patriots
When the 2012 NFL schedule was announced, most NFL fans circled October 7 on their calendar. Why? Because Peyton Manning was set to take on Tom Brady for the first time since sporting Denver orange...
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2012 ALDS: A's Fail to Ignite Offense, Fall Behind Tigers with 3-1 Loss
Coco Crisp boosted the Oakland A's early on, giving them a lead four pitches into the game. Then, the A's couldn't do anything right on offense...
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Breaking Down the Giants-Reds NLDS Matchup by Each Position
As the San Francisco Giants gear up for a brutal playoff run, we fans try to create playoff scenarios for the team. And, as we think, Bruce Bochy makes his decisions...
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SF Giants: Breaking Down How the 2012 Team Is Different from 2010
The 2010 San Francisco Giants were a team of torture, quirkiness, and talent. Despite not being known as a great team, they found a way to win the World Series...
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2012 MLB Playoffs: Oakland A's Can Continue Great Run, Get to World Series
Last night, O.co Coliseum was rocking. And no, it wasn’t for the Raiders. Because of their improbable, amazing second-half run, the Athletics had finally earned the fan support they strived for...
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NLDS: Why Facing the Reds Would Be Much Better for the Giants
The Nationals and Reds are battling for the best record in the National League Division Series, while the Giants are just relaxing. But, should the Giants really be relaxing? No, they shouldn ’t be...
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San Francisco Giants: Why Tim Lincecum Must Be in the Playoff Rotation
If you look at Tim Lincecum ’s stats this year, I’m sure you won’t be impressed. The former ace is 10-15 with a 5.15 ERA, and he has lost about all of his pitch command...
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Vernon Davis, Others to Star on New Sport Science Show Premiering Saturday
Admit it—if you've watched "Sport Science" then you definitely had your mind stuffed with information. And, you definitely learned something too...
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Harrison Barnes: Why He Will Be a Star for the Golden State Warriors
There was talk about Harrison Barnes being drafted in the top five, or even in the top three, of the 2012 NBA Draft. So, the Warriors felt awfully lucky when they got the chance to snag him with the seventh pick...
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2012 MLB Playoffs: Predicting the San Francisco Giants' 25-Man Playoff Roster
Now that the San Francisco Giants have clinched the NL West, it’s time to start predicting their playoff roster. Obviously, some players, like Buster Posey and Matt Cain , are locks to make the roster...
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49ers Struggle, Fall Against Vikings in Shocker as Ponder Picks Apart Niners D
When the San Francisco 49ers beat the Packers and Lions to open the season, everyone penciled them in as a lock to beat the Vikings . But, somehow, they didn't...
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Cal Plays Well but Fails to Ignite Offense, Falls to 1-3 with Loss at USC
Cal has surprised people with its recent performance. Unfortunately, they don’t have anything to show for it. Zach Maynard struggled and wasted a great outing by Cal’s secondary in the Bears’ 27-9 loss to USC...
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San Francisco Giants: How Should They Arrange Their Playoff Rotation?
The San Francisco Giants have been known for their pitching for a long time. But this year, the staff has regressed a bit. All five pitchers have gone through rough patches this year, some longer than others...
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Alex Smith: Why the San Francisco 49ers' Quarterback Is Elite
Lots of people expected big things from Alex Smith and the 49ers right away. But, he continued to disappoint 49ers fans with his struggles. Now, things are going his way. And when things go his way, they go the 49ers’ way...
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Ryan Vogelsong: Can Giants Pitcher Get Back on Track in Time for the Playoffs?
From the beginning of the season to mid-August (more than four months), Ryan Vogelsong made a pretty good case for being the San Francisco Giants ' ace and winning the Cy Young Award...
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Vernon Davis, Frank Gore Strike Again as Niners Beat Lions, Improve to 2-0
As a San Francisco Giants fan, I’m completely used to torture. Now, as a 49ers fan, I’m learning about a whole new kind of torture. San Francisco held on to beat the Lions 27-19 and improve to 2-0...
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Russell Wilson: How Far Can He Take the Seattle Seahawks?
When the Seattle Seahawks signed Matt Flynn to a $26-million contract this offseason, everyone thought he would start for the Seahawks. And I'm sure he thought so, too. But now, the Seahawks and their fans are celebrating another young quarterback...
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Pablo Sandoval: What Should the San Francisco Giants Do with the Slumping Star?
Every San Francisco Giants player has had his share of struggles this year (yes, even Buster Posey struggled for a week right before the All-Star break). But no Giants hitter has struggled as much as Pablo Sandoval is struggling now...
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Cal Bears Football: Why Cal Fans Should Be Worried About Their Team
Cal came into the 2012 season looking to exceed expectations and have a successful season. So far, not so good. Cal fell to Nevada in their season opener and held off Southern Utah 50-31 in their second game of the season, and they now stand at 1-1...
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San Francisco 49ers: Why the 49ers Are Poised for Lots of Success in NFL in 2012
Last year, the 49ers ' season was filled with good luck and bad luck (mostly good luck). However, there's no denying the team's talent. San Francisco made the NFC Championship game in 2011 and had a great chance at winning...
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San Francisco Giants: Why This Year's Team Is Better Than the 2010 Team
In 2010, a team with Aubrey Huff and Pat Burrell in the middle of the order won the World Series. Now, in 2012, that same team has Buster Posey, Pablo Sandoval and Hunter Pence in the middle of the order...
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Peyton Manning: Why Broncos Fans Should Be Optimistic About Their Quarterback
Peyton Manning's stats against the 49ers were great, and he has definitely shown some flashes of greatness during the preseason. However, some other throws have Broncos fans concerned about how Manning will fare during the regular season...